What should I eat before and after vaccination to prevent side effects from getting out of control? Nutritionist: Vitamin A, vitamin C, and protein are essential

Recently, the Omicron variant has entered the community. While preventing the epidemic, don’t forget to enhance your own immunity. In addition to basic epidemic prevention habits, you must also get vaccinated to prepare your body in advance. However, nutritionists say that diet and lifestyle habits can also affect the effectiveness of the vaccine. In particular, it is important to know what to eat before and after the vaccine so that the side effects of the vaccine do not get out of control. Essential nutrients before and after vaccination include vitamin A, vitamin C, and protein. You may want to try DIY dishes rich in these nutrients.

What should I eat before vaccination? There are these "three musts and three don'ts"

Nutritionist Li Wanping said that the role of the vaccine is to induce the human immune system after administration, thereby producing immunity and protection. After making an appointment for the vaccine, remember to do the "three dos and three don'ts" 3-7 days before getting the vaccine, including eating fruits high in vitamin C and high-fiber vegetables, and not eating fried foods or drinking sugary drinks, so that the side effects of the vaccine do not get out of control.

1. Three things to do

Eat fruits high in vitamin C (guava, citrus, papaya).

Eat high-fiber vegetables (sweet potato leaves, carrots, onions).

Drink echinacea tea.

2. Three things not to do

Don't eat fried foods.

Avoid sugary drinks.

Don't go to bed too late.

Essential nutrients before and after vaccination

Nutritionist Li Wanping reminds everyone to pay attention to whether vitamin C and vitamin A are supplemented. Vitamin C is a good antioxidant that can fight inflammation and viruses and help improve immunity. It is recommended to get it from fruits and vegetables, such as guava, citrus, grapefruit, and papaya. Vitamin A helps care for mucous membrane tissue, which is equivalent to the body's first line of defense. It can be found in dark green vegetables (such as sweet potato leaves and spinach) and carrots. Onions contain vitamin C and quercetin, which can help alleviate allergic reactions.

Why is it not recommended to eat fried food, drink beverages, or sleep late before vaccination?

Fried foods and sugary drinks produce free radicals, which cause cell aging and affect immune cells, leading to a decrease in immunity. Going to bed late results in insufficient rest time and also damages the body's immunity. It is best to go to bed before 11 o'clock. Eat well and sleep well, then go for the vaccination the next day with peace of mind.

What should I eat after vaccination? This makes the vaccine work better

After getting vaccinated, even if you have made sufficient preparations, the side effects will still vary depending on your physical condition. Nutritionist Wanping had a high fever for three days after taking the first dose, felt weak all over, and was unable to cook. What nutrients can be supplemented to relieve discomfort at this time? When eating out, remember to choose dishes that are high in vitamin C and protein.

Do this after getting the vaccination:

1. Drink plenty of water, 2000c.c. a day in divided doses.

2. Drink fruit juice (coconut water, lemon juice) to replenish the appropriate amount of electrolytes.

3. Eat fruits (guava, dragon fruit, pineapple, passion fruit).

4. If you have no appetite, eat an egg. It is simple, simple and nutritious.

5. A bowl of mushroom chicken soup will give you energy.

6. Milkfish porridge, easy to digest and effortless.

7. Get more sleep and feel energetic.

Nutritionist Li Wanping said that even though she knew she should drink more water, she would still feel like vomiting after drinking a lot. When you can’t drink water, it is recommended to drink coconut water, lemon juice, or bitter melon tea to make the water have some flavor and also to replenish electrolytes in moderation, which is better than not drinking any water at all.

The fruits produced by local farms in Taiwan are amazing! Especially fruits like guava, dragon fruit, pineapple, and passion fruit are very suitable to eat after vaccination. Not only is it high in vitamin C, which helps restore physical strength, it is also rich in dietary fiber and can be paired with vegetables. In case you have a high fever and can't eat like the nutritionist after the vaccination, eating some fruits will be relatively refreshing and easy to eat.

The side effects of the vaccine include general weakness and loss of appetite. Even if you can't eat it, nutritionists still recommend eating at least one egg to supplement protein and calories, such as poached eggs, tea eggs, boiled eggs, etc. If you can eat, you can have a bowl of mushroom chicken soup or milkfish porridge. If you can't cook, you can also buy food outside. Foods like shiitake mushrooms are high in protein and dietary fiber, and contain polysaccharides that help balance the body's immune response and regulate allergies.

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